Article 3 Nature and functions of the trust
(1)
The trust is established for the purpose specified in section 5(1)(a) of the Act.
(2)
The trust’s functions (which include functions which the Secretary of State considers appropriate in relation to the provision of services by the trust for one or more health authorities) shall be—
(a)
to own and manage hospital accommodation and services provided at Whittingham Hospital, Preston PR3 2JH and associated hospitals;
(b)
to manage community health services provided from Whittingham Hospital, Preston PR3 2JH and to own the associated premises.